Pernicious anemia is caused by deficiency of?

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Question 1 of 5

Pernicious anemia is caused by deficiency of?

A. Iron B. Folic acid C. Vitamin B12 D. Vitamin A

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Vitamin B12 deficiency leads to pernicious anemia.

Question 2 of 5

Which of these food-borne illnesses is not caused by bacteria?

A. Cholera B. Typhoid C. Botulism D. Hepatitis A

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Hepatitis A is viral, not bacterial.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following describes fat soluble vitamins?

A. They include thiamin, vitamin A and vitamin K. B. They cannot be stored to any great extent and so must be consumed daily. C. Toxic levels can be reached by consuming citrus fruits and vegetables. D. They can be stored in the liver and fatty tissues and can build up toxic concentrations.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Fat-soluble vitamins can accumulate to toxic levels.

Question 4 of 5

Two situations in which a person may experience fluid and electrolyte imbalances are:

A. Vomiting and burns. B. Diarrhea and cuts. C. Broken bones and fever. D. Heavy sweating and excessive carbohydrate intake.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fluid and electrolyte imbalances occur due to vomiting and burns.

Question 5 of 5

For a woman who is at the appropriate weight for height and is carrying a single fetus, the recommended weight gain during pregnancy is:

A. 40-60 pounds. B. 10-20 pounds. C. 25-35 pounds. D. 20-40 pounds.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Recommended weight gain is 25-35 pounds.

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